Some actors play their roles, but others become them. Emmy-nominated actress Sydney Sweeney has done the latter. The 28-year-old star fully immersed herself in the life of Christy Martin, the trailblazing boxer famously nicknamed the ‘Coal Miner’s Daughter.’ Her latest film, Christy, hit theaters across the U.S. on November 7, bringing Martin’s inspiring journey from small-town West Virginia to the forefront of women’s boxing to the big screen.
But as the movie made its theatrical debut, the conversation quickly expanded beyond the silver screen. And names like Jake Paul and Ronda Rousey entered the mix. Inspired by Martin’s journey, Sweeney revealed that she’s seriously considering stepping into the boxing ring herself. In a recent interview with Sportscasting[dot]com, the ac

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